Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Arimidex as follows: Arimidex can interact with medications such as, tamoxifen and raloxifene, which are estrogen receptor modulators that reduce the response to estrogens and help prevent the growth of tumors in the breast tissue. Concurrent administration of Arimidex with these medications can result in increased estrogen availability and compromised therapeutic benefit with Arimidex. Also, concurrent tamoxifen intake can lead to induction of liver enzymes that speed up [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Arimidex as follows: Arimidex can interact with a number of other medications and can precipitate serious reactions. If you are being newly started on Arimidex, discuss with your physician regarding all other medications you are currently taking and their safety with Arimidex. Also, if you have been taking Arimidex for long, discuss with your physician regarding your history of Arimidex intake, when you are being started on any [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using Arimidex as follows: Arimidex is extensively metabolized in the liver, to inactive metabolites. If liver function is deficient, the metabolism of Arimidex can be compromised. This can lead to increased blood levels of the medication for longer periods of time, resulting in increased risk for side-effects and consequent toxicity. So, Arimidex could be avoided in individuals with hepatic dysfunction and an alternative medication considered or used with caution, [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Arimidex as follows: Central nervous system side-effects Optimum serum calcium levels are very important for normal nerve functions, sensory awareness, mood, and behavior. By increasing serum calcium levels and causing hypercalcemia, Arimidex carries the risk of inducing/aggravating mood disorders. Individuals can present with complaints such as, feeling low and depressed, confusion, nervousness, anxiety, irritability, and restlessness. Sexual side-effects Arimidex inhibits conversion of estrogen precursors to estrogens. Reduced [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using Arimidex as follows: Renal system side-effects Hypercalcemia, secondary to Arimidex use, can result in formation of calcium stones, Individuals can present with episodes of severe flank or abdominal pain, vomiting, and difficulty passing urine. General allergic reactions                                  Arimidex use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of severe allergic and anaphylactic response with Arimidex, such [...]